For more than 20 years, Olow-n’djo Tchalla has been on a mission; to build a “virtuous circle” between doing well as a business and doing good in the world. His deep connection to these communities allows him to source local ingredients and materials, preserve cultural knowledge, and empower more than 5,000 co-operative members across West […]
Non-Perishables
Sourced With Integrity
Every day our experts are hard at work; exploring culinary trends, building relationships with the best suppliers in the world, continuously exploring what’s possible, working passionately to create products that not only taste delicious, but also are on the cutting edge of culinary, flavor and ingredient trends, all while adhering to Whole Foods Market’s rigorous […]
Plant-Powered Body Care
Since 1921, Weleda has been promoting a harmonious connection between plants and people. In this piece, we visit one of Weleda’s six biodynamic gardens to see how they grow the plants that power their body care-products, and learn how their sourcing philosophy aligns with Whole Foods Market’s!
On the Ground
It’s hard to overstate the effect that Denise Breyley has had on the food scene in the Pacific Northwest; from mentoring emerging brands to chasing down all the latest trends, Denise has been an unwavering champion of artisanal, local food. After an illustrious 28-year career at Whole Foods Market, Denise recently retired from her role […]
The Quest For Quality
Welcome to Exclusive Brands, the Whole Foods Market way. Whether it’s better taste, simpler ingredients, or how the ingredients are sourced, it’s dedication to every detail that sets us apart. We are unlike any other grocery retailer, and our Exclusive Brands bring that difference to your table. Products carrying our name are where we work […]
The Future of Beauty
What goes on your body is just as important as what goes in it. From requiring producers to list ingredients on their packaging to banning 180 + ingredients, our beauty standards go above and beyond. A Conversation with Marissa and Casey What makes our Whole Body Department so unique? Whole Story: Welcome, Casey & Marissa! […]